Worx WG368E Instruction manual

SAFETY AND OPERATING MANUAL

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

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GENERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING Read all safety warnings

and all instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.

outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.

f) If operating a power tool in a damp

location is unavoidable, use a residual
current device (RCD) protected supply.

Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric
shock.

Save all warnings and instructions for
future reference.

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers
to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

1) WORK AREA SAFETY
a) Keep work area clean and well lit.

Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

b) Do not operate power tools in

explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases or
dust. Power tools create sparks which may

ignite the dust or fumes.

c) Keep children and bystanders

away while operating a power tool.

Distractions can cause you to lose control.

2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a) Power tool plugs must match the

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outlet. Never modify the plug in any
way. Do not use any adapter plugs
with earthed (grounded) power tools.

Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.

b) Avoid body contact with earthed or

grounded surfaces, such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators.

There is an increased risk of electric shock if
your body is earthed or grounded.

c) Do not expose power tools to rain or

wet conditions. Water entering a power

tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the

cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging
the power tool. Keep cord away from
heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.

Damaged or entangled cords increase the
risk of electric shock.

e) When operating a power tool outdoors,

use an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for

3) PERSONAL SAFETY
a) Stay alert, watch what you are

doing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use
a power tool while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. A moment of inattention while

operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.

b) Use personal protective equipment.

Always wear eye protection. Protective

equipment such as dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.

c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure

the switch is in the off-position before
connecting to power source and/or
battery pack, picking up or carrying the
tool. Carrying power tools with your finger

on the switch or energising power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.

d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench

before turning the power tool on. A

wrench or a key left attached to a rotating
part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.

e) Do not overreach. Keep proper

footing and balance at all times. This

enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.

f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose

clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair

can be caught in moving parts.

g) If devices are provided for the

connection of dust extraction and
collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of

dust collection can reduce dust-related
hazards.

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4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the

correct power tool for your application.

The correct power tool will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.

b) Do not use the power tool if the switch

does not turn it on and off. Any power
tool that cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.

c) Disconnect the plug from the power

source and/or the battery pack from
the power tool before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing power tools. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.

d) Store idle power tools out of the reach

of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate the power
tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.

e) Maintain power tools. Check for

misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the power
tool’s operation. If damaged, have
the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.

f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.

Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.

g) Use the power tool, accessories and

tool bits etc. in accordance with these
instructions, taking into account the
working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool for

operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.

5) BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Recharge only with the charger

specified by the manufacturer. A charger

that is suitable for one type of battery pack
may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.

b) Use power tools only with specifically

designated battery packs. Use of any

other battery packs may create a risk of
injury and fire.

c) When battery pack is not in use, keep

it away from other metal objects, like
paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws
or other small metal objects, that can
make a connection from one terminal
to another. Shorting the battery terminals

together may cause burns or a fire.

d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may

be ejected from the battery; avoid
contact. If contact accidentally occurs,
flush with water. If liquid contacts
eyes, additionally seek medical help.

Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.

6) SERVICE
a) Have your power tool serviced by

a qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will

ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.

CHAIN SAW SAFETY
WARNINGS

1. Keep all parts of the body away from
the saw chain when the chain saw is
operating. Before you start the chain
saw, make sure the saw chain is not
contacting anything. A moment of

inattention while operating chain saws may
cause entanglement of your clothing or
body with the saw chain.

2. Always hold the chain saw with your
right hand on the rear handle and
your left hand on the front handle.

Holding the chain saw with a reversed hand
configuration increases the risk of personal
injury and should never be done.

3. Hold the power tool by insulated
gripping surfaces only, because the
saw chain may contact hidden wiring.

Saw chains contacting a “live” wire may
make exposed metal parts of the power
tool “live” and could give the operator an
electric shock.

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4. Wear safety glasses and hearing
protection. Further protective
equipment for head, hands, legs
and feet is recommended. Adequate

protective clothing will reduce personal
injury by flying debris or accidental contact
with the saw chain.

5. Do not operate a chain saw in a tree.

Operation of a chain saw while up in a tree
may result in personal injury.

6. Always keep proper footing and
operate the chain saw only when
standing on fixed, secure and level
surface. Slippery or unstable surfaces such

as ladders may cause a loss of balance or
control of the chain saw.

7. When cutting a limb that is under
tension be alert for spring back. When

the tension in the wood fibres is released
the spring loaded limb may strike the
operator and/or throw the chain saw out of
control.

8. Use extreme caution when cutting
brush and saplings. The slender material

may catch the saw chain and be whipped
toward you or pull you off balance.

9. Carry the chain saw by the front

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handle with the chain saw switched
off and away from your body. When
transporting or storing the chain saw
always fit the guide bar cover. Proper

handling of the chain saw will reduce the
likelihood of accidental contact with the
moving saw chain.

10.Follow instructions for lubricating,
chain tensioning and changing
accessories. Improperly tensioned

or lubricated chain may either break or
increase the chance for kickback.

11.Keep handles dry, clean, and free from
oil and grease. Greasy, oily handles are

slippery causing loss of control.

12.Cut wood only. Do not use chain
saw for purposes not intended. For
example: do not use chain saw for
cutting plastic, masonry or non-wood
building materials. Use of the chain saw

for operations different than intended could
result in a hazardous situation.

CAUSES AND OPERATOR PREVENTION
OF KICKBACK:

Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of
the guide bar touches an object, or when the
wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in
the cut.
Tip contact in some cases may cause a
sudden reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar
up and back towards the operator.
Pinching the saw chain along the top of the
guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back
towards the operator.
Either of these reactions may cause you to
lose control of the saw which could result in
serious personal injury. Do not rely exclusively
upon the safety devices built into your saw.
As a chain saw user, you should take several
steps to keep your cutting jobs free from
accident or injury.
Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or
incorrect operating procedures or conditions
and can be avoided by taking proper
precautions as given below:

- Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs

and fingers encircling the chain saw
handles, with both hands on the saw
and position your body and arm to
allow you to resist kickback forces.

Kickback forces can be controlled by the
operator, if proper precautions are taken.
Do not let go of the chain saw.

- Do not overreach and do not cut
above shoulder height. This helps

prevent unintended tip contact and
enables better control of the chain saw in
unexpected situations.

- Only use replacement bars
and chains specified by the
manufacturer. Incorrect replacement

bars and chains may cause chain
breakage and/or kickback.

- Follow the manufacturer’s
sharpening and maintenance
instructions for the saw chain.

Decreasing the depth gauge height can
lead to increased kickback.

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SAFETY WARNINGS FOR
BATTERY PACK

a) Do not dismantle, open or shred cells

or battery pack.

b) Do not short-circuit a battery

pack. Do not store battery packs
haphazardly in a box or drawer where
they may short-circuit each other
or be short-circuited by conductive
materials. When battery pack is not

in use, keep it away from other metal
objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails,
screws or other small metal objects, that
can make a connection from one terminal
to another. Shorting the battery terminals
together may cause burns or a fire.

c) Do not expose battery pack to

heat or fire. Avoid storage in direct
sunlight.

d) Do not subject battery pack to

mechanical shock.

e) In the event of battery leaking, do not

allow the liquid to come into contact
with the skin or eyes. If contact has
been made, wash the affected area
with copious amounts of water and
seek medical advice.

f) Seek medical advice immediately

if a cell or battery pack has been

swallowed.
g) Keep battery pack clean and dry.
h) Wipe the battery pack terminals with

a clean dry cloth if they become

dirty.
i) Battery pack needs to be charged

before use. Always refer to this

instruction and use the correct

charging procedure.
j) Do not maintain battery pack on

charge when not in use.
k) After extended periods of storage,

it may be necessary to charge

and discharge the battery pack

several times to obtain maximum

performance.
l) Battery pack gives its best

performance when it is operated at

normal room temperature (20°C±5°C).
m) When disposing of battery packs,

keep battery packs of different
electrochemical systems separate
from each other.

n) Recharge only with the charger

specified by WORX. Do not use any
charger other than that specifically
provided for use with the equipment.

A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of fire when
used with another battery pack.

o) Do not use any battery pack which

is not designed for use with the
equipment.

p) Keep battery pack out of the reach of

children.

q) Retain the original product literature

for future reference.

r) Remove the battery from the

equipment when not in use.

s) Dispose of properly.

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basic felling, limbing, and cross-cutting

1. Felling a tree

When bucking and felling operations are being
performed by two or more persons at the same time,
the felling operations should be separated from the
bucking operation by a distance of at least twice the
height of the tree being felled. Trees should not be felled
in a manner that would endanger any person, strike
any utility line or cause any property damage. If the tree
does make contact with any utility line, the company
should be notified immediately.

The chain saw operator should keep on the uphill side
of the terrain as the tree is likely to roll or slide downhill
after it is felled.

An escape path should be planned and cleared as
necessary before cuts are started. The escape path
should extend back and diagonally to the rear of the
expected line of fall as illustrated in Figure 1.

Before felling is started, consider the natural lean of
the tree, the location of larger branches and the wind
direction to judge which way the tree will fall.

Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, staples and wire
from the tree.

2. Notching undercut

Make the notch 1/3 the diameter of the tree,
perpendicular to the direction of falls as illustrated in
Figure 1. Make the lower horizontal notching cut first.
This will help to avoid pinching either the saw chin or
the guide bar when the second notch is being made.

3. Felling back cut

Make the felling back cut at least 50 mm higher than the
horizontal notching cut as illustrated in Figure 1. Keep
the felling back cut parallel to the horizontal notching
cut. Make the felling back cut so enough wood is left
to act as a hinge. The hinge wood keeps the tree from
twisting and falling in the wrong direction. Do not cut
through the hinge.

As the felling gets close to the hinge, the tree should
begin to fall. If there is any chance that the tree may
not fall in desired direction or it may rock back and

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bind the saw chain, stop cutting before the felling back
cut is complete and use wedges of wood, plastic or
aluminium to open the cut and drop the tree along the
desired line of fall.

When the tree begins to fall remove the chain saw from
the cut, stop the motor, put the chain saw down, then
use the retreat path planned. Be alert for overhead limbs
falling and watch your footing.

4. Limbing a tree

Limbing is removing the branches from a fallen tree.
When limbing leave larger lower limbs to support the
log off the ground. Remove the small limbs in one cut as
illustrated in Figure 2. Branches under tension should be
cut from the bottom up to avoid binding the chain saw.

5. Bucking a log

Bucking is cutting a log into lengths. It is important to
make sure your footing is firm and your weight is evenly
distributed on both feet. When possible, the log should
be raised and supported by the use of limbs, logs or
chocks. Follow the simple directions for easy cutting.

When the log is supported along its entire length as
illustrated in Figure 3, it is cut from the top (overbuck) .

When the log is supported on one end, as illustrated
in Figure 4, cut 1/3 the diameter from the underside
(underbuck). Then make the finished cut by overbucking
to meet the first cut.

When the log is supported on both ends, as illustrated
in Figure 5, cut 1/3 the diameter from the top (overbuck).
Then make the finished cut by underbucking the lower
2/3 to meet the first cut.

When bucking on a slope always stand on the uphill
side of the log, as illustrated in Figure 6. When “cutting
through”, to maintain complete control release the
cutting pressure near the end of the cut without relaxing
your grip on the chain saw handles. Don’t let the chain
contact the ground. After completing the cut, wait for
the saw chain to stop before you move the chain saw.
Always stop the motor before moving from tree to tree.

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of injury, user
must read instruction manual

Wear ear protection

Wear eye protection

Wear dust mask

Do not expose to moisture.

Do not expose to rain or water

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Do not burn

Do not dispose of batteries. Return
exhausted batteries to your local
collection or recycling point.

Waste electrical products must not
be disposed of with household
waste. Please recycle where
facilities exist. Check with your local
authorities or retailer for recycling
advice.

xINR18/65-y: Cylindrical lithium
Ion battery cells with max diameter
of 18mm and max height of
65mm; “x” represents a number
cells serial connected, blank if 1;
“-y” represents a number of cells
paralleled connected, blank if 1.

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